threw

Definition

  • past tense of 'throw'

Examples

  • ('American football') The quarterback 'threw' a touchdown/interception. [=threw a pass that resulted in a touchdown/interception]

  • She 'threw' all her efforts 'into' the boy's defense. [=she worked as hard as she could for the boy's defense]

  • She 'threw' everything she had 'into' winning the match. [=she tried as hard as she could to win the match]

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Wait... The bad puns, the voice, the hard rock. This is really happening. This is not happening. Repeat: This is not... I threw up. Sorry. I thought I was going to die. I am sorry to disappoint you, but you will live to enjoy the fruits of life. Acne, shaving, premature ejaculation and divorce. (..)
    1993 Last Action Hero